The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 20181 sells for about $1,260,000, or $335 per square foot.
Prices are up +41.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 22 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,487 a month.
ZIP 20181 — Nokesville
The 20181 housing market shows strong price appreciation, with a median home value significantly higher than the regional average. Low inventory and high demand for rural-suburban living continue to drive prices upward, though the pace of sales remains moderate. Data for specific metrics like price-cut percentage and months of supply are based on current market snapshots.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals seeking a quiet, rural-suburban lifestyle with larger lot sizes while remaining within commuting distance of Northern Virginia employment centers.
Median prices moved up 41.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 22 days on market with 3.4 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 99.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.8% · poverty 2.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 20181, Prince William County VA
Nokesville is generally considered a low-crime, rural-suburban area with safety metrics significantly better than the national average.
Schools serving the area are part of the Prince William County Public Schools system, which generally maintains solid performance ratings for the region.
The area is primarily inland and faces standard regional risks; property insurance premiums are influenced by typical mid-Atlantic weather patterns and local fire protection ratings.
Growth is driven by the expansion of the Northern Virginia tech corridor and residential development, though the area retains a strong rural character.
Property taxes are assessed by Prince William County based on fair market value; there are no local income taxes, but state-level income tax applies.
Commuters typically drive to employment hubs in Manassas, Gainesville, or the broader D.C. metro area via local highways like VA-28.
The area features access to rural parks, equestrian trails, and proximity to the Manassas National Battlefield Park for outdoor recreation.
The rental market is limited, consisting primarily of single-family homes; vacancy rates are low due to high demand for suburban living.
The economy is anchored by proximity to the Manassas and Gainesville commercial hubs, with a mix of local services, agriculture, and professional commuters.
Transportation relies heavily on personal vehicles; the area is served by a network of state routes connecting to I-66.
Development is strictly managed under the county's Rural Crescent policy, limiting high-density growth to preserve the area's character.
Prince William County assesses property annually based on market sales data.
Parcels are subject to Prince William County school and general service taxes; some areas may have specific utility service districts.
Standard homeowners insurance is available; premiums are stable but sensitive to regional storm and fire risk assessments.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 20181 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Large historic site offering extensive hiking trails and open space.
Local historic site preserving 19th-century architecture.
Key-figure check: median price diverges 26.1% from the nearest retained anchor (prior refresh cycle) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict. Validation: confirmed genuine market swing — the flagged $1,260,000 was independently re-read and corroborated by 2 source(s); it stands as the new anchor baseline.